Emergency Medical Technician

HealthCareersInSask.ca • Regina, SK

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Emergency Medical Technician/Primary Care Paramedic is responsible for responding to emergent and non-emergent calls for service; provides initial assessment, treatment and transport of ill or injured persons at the basic life support level.

Requirements

• Grade 12
• Primary Care Paramedic Certificate from an approved educational institute
• Automated External Defibrillator Certificate (AED)
• Valid Class 4 driver's license
• Registered Emergency Medical Technician/Primary Care Paramedic (EMT/PCP)
• International Trauma Life Support Certificate (ITLS)
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (CPR)
• Basic Life Support Certificate (BLS)
• Listening skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Familiar with the SK Ministry of Health Ambulance Information System.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office programs (Word/Excel/Outlook)
• Ability to exhibit situational awareness
• Decision making through the application of knowledge and critical thinking
• Positive approach to deal with challenging situations with empathy and sincerity
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Physically able to perform the duties of pre-hospital emergency care
• Knowledge of legislation, protocols & scope of practice applicable to EMS in SK
• Conflict resolution skills to effectively handle difficult issues
• Demonstrates the ability to be resourceful and to adapt to changing conditions
• Ability to operate emergency vehicles safely and effectively
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Ability to function effectively in high stress and in emergency situations
• Able to safely and consistently lift/load stretcher on a regular basis
• Decision making through the application of clinical, legal & ethical practice
• Ability to be resilient
• Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan College of Paramedics at PCP/EMT level
• Be physically fit and able to perform duties as outlined

Nice To Haves

• Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement

Responsibilities

• Responding to emergent and non-emergent calls for service
• Provides initial assessment, treatment and transport of ill or injured persons at the basic life support level

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree